PSY 405 Chapter Notes - Chapter 10: Inhibitory Control Test, Working Memory, Cognitive Flexibility
17 Nov 2016
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By the end of the lecture you should: Be able to explain what is meant by executive function and dysfunction. Be able to provide examples of some tasks used to assess ef in children. Have an understanding of brain development in relation to ef. Have an understanding of general trajectory for ef in childhood and relation of. Be able to discuss ef in relation to adhd. Can learn rules, but don"t apply them. Blurt things out/ do inappropriate things- impulse control. Difficulty planning/thinking about consequences for the future. The set of high level" cognitive processes/functions that allow us to work towards our goals in a organized/flexible way. Working memory- ability to hold information, goals or representations on line. Inhibitory control- ability to stop or suppress a thought, motor activity or attentional stimulus. Flexibility- ability to switch between rules, attentional stimuli or response options.
